Designers Swear These 6 Decor Trends Will Age Well—Without Feeling Dated

While some interior design trends are extremely fleeting, in style one season and out the next, others have major staying power. Although surging in popularity at this point in time, they’ll continue to hold their value and be well-loved in years, if not decades, to come.

Wondering what trends in particular designers believe will stand the test of time? Below, three pros highlight six looks that they’re loving and say we can expect to see having a major moment for the foreseeable future.

Vintage or Hand-Knotted Rugs

The vintage or hand-knotted rugs that grace many rooms today have major staying power over time, according to Terri Brien, the founder of Terri Brien Interiors. These styles of rugs anchor a room and wear beautifully, the designer says.

“Rug styles may come and go (and eventually circle back again), but a well-crafted rug in fairly neutral colors can last you, and even your ever-changing design style, a lifetime,” Brien says.

Keep in mind that you do not need to spend a pretty penny to acquire these types of rugs, either. Keep an eye out for them via online platforms such as Facebook Marketplace and Chairish, or search for them during your next estate sale visit.

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Vintage Decor and Furniture

Right now, we’re seeing tons of online vintage hauls and lots of enthusiasm surrounding secondhand shopping. The excitement around all things vintage is unlikely to wane down the line, Brien explains.

“Vintage brings soul and personality you just can’t buy new,” she says. “The craftsmanship, patina, and one-of-a-kind storied look make a room feel collected instead of ‘just shopped.'”

Better yet, she adds, secondhand shopping is sustainable and personal, making it even more of a no-brainer.

Even within the general realm of vintage, there are so many different directions in which you can go. Whether you gravitate toward mid-century modern furniture, as pictured in the dining room above, love Parisian-inspired gilded items, or are into achieving a coastal look using rattan or wicker pieces, there are plenty of paths to take.

Rich, Dark Wood

Rich, dark wood tones are making their way into more and more spaces these days, and this look is a timeless choice, explains Channing Krichevsky, the co-founder of C&M Interiors.

“Our clients are phasing out lighter woods and preferring the deeper, warm textures that feel both lived in and classic,” she says. “It can be a nod to Art Deco or offer an old-world feel that will stand the test of time.”

Krichevsky has no doubt that dark, rich wood tones will continue to be in vogue, given that they’re rooted in tradition.

Textural Wallpaper

Wallpaper has been back in the mainstream for several years now. In particular, we’re seeing an abundance of textural wallpaper (looking at you, grasscloth!) at the moment, but there’s no reason to view this as a fleeting trend—Krichevsky calls it a classic.

“Anything from grasscloth to wool, or a nubby linen, will hold value in decades to come,” she says. “It’s not a big, bold punch, but instead a subtle way to add layers to a space.”

Given that wallpaper is expensive and time-consuming to install, it’s nice to have an extra vote of confidence before taking on such a project.

Stripes

Don’t think of stripes as solely seasonal—they’re a winner any time of year and have a long future ahead of them.

“There is nothing more classic or universally loved,” says Sarah Storms, the founder of Styled by Storms, who uses them in all sorts of projects.

Statement Lighting

Statement lighting isn’t just a 21st-century phenomenon; it has been and will continue to shine, quite literally, as time goes on.

“There is something special about oversized lighting; it acts more like sculpture than a chandelier,” Storms says.

That said, scale is important, and there is such a thing as going too large, the designer adds.